(but) on the other hand, though, although, while
Verb or Adjective +
Used to describe two contrasting aspects of the same subject. It highlights that while one side is true, the opposite side is also true.
Verb or i-Adjective
When using a verb or an i-adjective, use the dictionary form or the past tense form directly before the grammar point.
この車は安い
This car is cheap, but on the other hand, the maintenance costs are high.
na-Adjective + な / である
When using a na-adjective, you must add 'na' or 'de aru' before the grammar point.
彼は親切な
He is a kind person, but on the other hand, he has a strict side.
Noun + である
When using a noun, you must add 'de aru' to connect it to the grammar point.
薬は薬である
Medicine can be a cure, but on the other hand, it can also be a poison.
This grammar point is used when discussing a single person, thing, or situation that possesses two conflicting characteristics. It is more formal than using simple contrastive markers like 'but'.